Thoughts regarding Beestar?

[StayAtHomeSchool]

So with Covid-19 happening and schools no longer open, it has been a learning experience trying to keep the kids engaged academically. While looking into homeschooling options, I was referred to Beestar.org by a family member who's been using the program with her kids. Has anyone else tried this program? My 1st and 3rd grader are fairly engaged with the program. The timed element makes the different subjects seem like a relay race to them.

[Anonymous]

Beestar is fine, but it works best if you are right there with them going over the test at the end so you can see what they missed. There is very little explanation when kids get answers wrong, so you can't rely on it to introduce new topics.

[StayAtHomeSchool]

Anonymous wrote:Beestar is fine, but it works best if you are right there with them going over the test at the end so you can see what they missed. There is very little explanation when kids get answers wrong, so you can't rely on it to introduce new topics.

That sounds about right. From what I've seen, it's not a replacement for a teacher or a learning program. Basically we'll rely on Zoom and other homeschooling tools more for that. However it does give my kids a place to practice at their own pace once they do understand the material. We've looked at the program more as a way to do drills to further reinforce the subjects they are already learning. It also keeps the kids engaged, which is important since they have so much free time right now. I do see what you mean though since as a parent I also need to be engaged in the process. We'll usually use Beestar as a supplement after their school work is completed. If possible, I have the kids redo the problems that they got incorrect to so they can better grasp the steps.